misconception
mihs-kuhn-SEHP-shuhn
Misconception (noun) means an idea or belief that is factually wrong, even though it is widely held. Example: “It's a common misconception that goldfish only have a three-second memory.”
noun
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An idea or belief that is factually wrong, even though it is widely held.
"There are several common misconceptions about the theory of relativity."
"You're obviously under the misconception that I care about your problems."
"He had the misconception that the word "misconception" meant becoming pregnant with a girl."
"It's a common misconception that goldfish only have a three-second memory."
"The teacher spent the lesson correcting misconceptions about the moon landing."
How to use misconception
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA popular belief that just isn't true.
Common pairings
a common misconception
popular misconception
correct a misconception
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Word forms
- Plural
- misconceptions
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Etymology
From mis- + conception, "a wrongly formed idea."
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Rhymes for misconception
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “misconception” mean?
The word “misconception” means an idea or belief that is factually wrong, even though it is widely held. In plain terms, a popular belief that just isn't true.
How do you pronounce “misconception”?
“Misconception” is pronounced mihs-kuhn-SEHP-shuhn (/ˌmɪs.kənˈsɛp.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “misconception” in a sentence?
Here is “misconception” used in a sentence: “It's a common misconception that goldfish only have a three-second memory.”
What part of speech is “misconception”?
“Misconception” is a noun.
Is “misconception” a common word?
“Misconception” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
